The patient-centered medical home (PCMH) is a model of VBP and P4P systems. As stated in the textbook, PCMH initiatives are often organized by health plans, states, payers, providers, or multi-stakeholder groups. PCMHs are being widely implemented with a four-fold increase in the number of PCMH initiatives between 2009 and 2013 (Edwards et al. 2014, 1829). This trend is expected to continue because the PCMH model of care is endorsed by federal and state health agencies.
This Real-World Case focuses on the organization of PCMHs by states. Many states have adopted policies and programs to advance PCMHs. Go to the website of the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) to learn about PCMHs in the states: http://www.nashp.org/med-home-map
On the NASHP website is a page for “Medical Home & Patient-Centered Care.” On the Medical Home and Patient-Centered Care page, there is a list of medical home states (right-hand side of the page). Click on your state for more information about PCMH activity in your state (or a neighboring state
